Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan visits flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar after cockpit incident

On October 3, 2026, in the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, visited flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, who was receiving medical treatment after a security incident on flight FZ1073. Sheikh Hamdan praised Machchhar's courage and responsibility, stating he had the full appreciation of UAE leadership. The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority commended the pilot, crew, and passengers for their actions. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, led by the Public Prosecution.